Fort McDowell Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Fort McDowell Pedestrian Accident
Although many city, state and federal organizations exist to promote and educate the public on pedestrian safety, thousands of pedestrians are injured every year in the U.S. In fact, more than 59,000 U.S. pedestrians were injured in 2009 reports the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Even more alarming is the number of pedestrians killed in 2009, which was more than 4,000.
The Fort McDowell personal injury law firm of Estey Bomberger has represented pedestrians injured in accidents involving sedans, mid-size trucks, semis, big-rigs, motorcycles, SUVs, buses, trolleys and trains. Our commitment to our clients is unwavering (see testimonials) and every case we take, we commit to winning.
Causes of Fort McDowell Pedestrian Accidents
Multiple factors may contribute to a pedestrian accident occurring, however, the NHTSA findings reveal the majority of accidents involving a pedestrian are caused by the negligence or carelessness of another individual. The NHTSA found that a great number of drivers acted negligently by participating in activities that take their focus from the road, such as talking or texting on the cell phone, eating, drinking, applying makeup, talking to passengers or playing with the radio. Other forms of driver negligence include falling asleep at the wheel, speeding, weaving through traffic, abrupt lane changes, and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. A small percentage of pedestrian accidents are caused by environmental factors. For example, a pedestrian could slip and fall on an unmarked curb or be struck by a car while crossing the street because the timing of a traffic signal was faulty.
Our Fort McDowell pedestrian accident injury attorneys will thoroughly investigate an accident, review police reports and interview witnesses to determine who is liable for a victim’s damages. If a pedestrian is not found to be responsible for an accident, a pedestrian may be able to recover monetary compensation for pain and suffering, medical expenses and lost wages due to the inability to work.
Fort McDowell Pedestrian Accidents Involving DUI Offenders
In a DUI pedestrian accident lawsuit, several parties may be named. In addition to a drunk driver being named, an alcohol vendor may be included in a lawsuit filed by an injured pedestrian. Although the drunk driver may be directly at-fault for the accident and injury, an alcohol vendor may be held responsible for a DUI pedestrian accident if found to have acted irresponsibly in the sale of alcohol. Taverns, bars and restaurants have a responsibility to stop serving alcohol to a patron if he or she exhibits all the signs of intoxication, such as slurred speech, blood shot eyes and clumsiness. Due to the complexity of accidents with a drunk driver, obtaining a Fort McDowell car accident attorney well-versed in DUI law can help ensure a successful outcome for your case.
Fort McDowell Pedestrian Accident Injuries
A Fort McDowell pedestrian accident can result in tragic injuries for a pedestrian. Injuries can include head injuries, limb loss injuries, burn injuries, spinal cord injuries, coma, concussion, lacerations, internal organ injuries, bruises, infection and wrongful death.
Estey Bomberger - Preeminent Law Firm
Estey Bomberger is one of the preeminent personal injury law firms in the state. We are known for our outstanding service to our clients and experience in handling serious, complex injury cases. We have garnered peer recognition on the local and national level, and have been featured on some of the top news outlets, including CBS Evening News and Fox News. For a free consultation with a Fort McDowell pedestrian accident lawyer, call us anytime at (415) 877-1334. You will not be charged any legal fees until we have won money for your claim.